Some vehicle functions are already activated when the driver approaches the vehicle with the vehicle key.
Switching on the ignition
On the right of the steering column: starter button.
1. Press the starter button once → Fig. 1.
depress the brake pedal.
The ignition can be switched on and the vehicle’s drive system activated only if there is a valid vehicle key in the vehicle.
Switching off the ignition
1. Press the starter button once when the ignition is active and the vehicle is stationary.
leave the vehicle when the vehicle is stationary and the electronic parking brake is switched on.
The ignition will also be switched off if the brake is not pressed when the vehicle is stopped and the driver opens the belt buckle of the
driver seat when the electronic parking brake is switched on.
Automatic ignition switch-off
If the ignition is switched on and the driver moves away from the vehicle carrying the vehicle key, the ignition switches off
automatically after a short time .
If no valid vehicle key is detected in the vehicle interior after the ignition is switched off, it is no longer possible to activate the vehicle’s
drive system without a valid vehicle key. A corresponding message appears on the digital instrument cluster display.
If the bonnet is opened when the ignition is switched on, the ignition will not be switched off automatically.
WARNING
If the brake pedal is pressed when the ignition is switched on, the vehicle’s drive system will be activated immediately. This can lead
to unintentional vehicle movements and cause serious injuries.
● Avoid pressing the brake pedal when switching on the ignition if you do not want to activate the vehicle’s drive system.
WARNING
If the vehicle key is left unattended in the vehicle, children or unauthorised persons could lock the doors and the boot lid, activate the
vehicle’s drive system or switch on the ignition and thus operate electrical equipment, such as the electric windows. This can result in
accidents and serious or even fatal injuries.
● Take all vehicle keys with you every time you leave the vehicle.
WARNING
If children, people requiring assistance or animals are left unattended in the vehicle, they could accidentally set the vehicle in motion
or be exposed to very high or low temperatures. There is a risk of accidents and serious or fatal injuries.
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